The Religion Of Magic

The Religion of Magic is a book written by Arthur Edward Waite, a prominent occultist and writer, in which he explores the history, theory and practice of magic from a religious perspective. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which provides an overview of the history of magic, from its origins in ancient Egypt and Greece to its development in medieval Europe and the Renaissance. Waite examines the various forms of magic that have emerged throughout history, including ceremonial magic, natural magic, and theurgy, and discusses the role of magic in different religious traditions, such as Christianity, Judaism, and Islam.In the second part of the book, Waite delves deeper into the theory and practice of magic, exploring the principles and techniques of ritual magic, divination, and alchemy. He discusses the symbolism and meaning of various magical symbols and rituals, such as the pentagram and the Lesser Banishing Ritual of the Pentagram, and provides practical guidance on how to perform magical rituals and spells.Throughout the book, Waite emphasizes the spiritual and religious aspects of magic, arguing that magic is not simply a means of achieving worldly goals, but a path to spiritual enlightenment and union with the divine. He also stresses the importance of ethics and morality in magic, and warns against the dangers of using magic for selfish or harmful purposes.Overall, The Religion of Magic is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the history, theory, and practice of magic from a religious perspective, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the occult, spirituality, or religious studies.THIS 46 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Mysteries of Magic: A Digest of the Writings of Eliphas Levi, by Arthur Edward Waite. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564593746.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.